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YB54 DVX

2005 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,992 mi
Last recorded53,992 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Skoda Octavia98,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 DVX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 53,992 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 53,989 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2023 53,708 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 53,148 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 52,036 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 50,582 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 49,575 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 48,226 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 46,953 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 45,011 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 43,013 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 41,013 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 38,994 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 36,889 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 34,280 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 31,986 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 29,064 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 26,170 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,536 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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YB54 DVX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 98,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB54 DVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB54 DVX registered?

YB54 DVX is a 2005 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is YB54 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB54 DVX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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